Solomon Boakye
Trade Policy Tightrope: The Global Rise of Food Export Restrictions, With Ghana Firmly in the Mix
Global export controls are rising again, with 17 countries imposing 27 food restrictions. Ghana’s 2024 maize, rice and soybean bans…
What Happens to Ghana’s Fiscal Discipline Post-IMF? Prof. Bokpin Weighs In
Prof. Bokpin warns Ghana risks losing fiscal discipline after IMF exit, citing lack of a post-programme plan and inefficient spending,…
Ghana Stock Market Kicks Off the Week with Gains in Indexes
Ghana Stock Exchange started the week positively as GSE-Composite and Financial Stocks Indexes rose, led by Ecobank, while MTN dipped…
World Bank Flags Ghana as One of West Africa’s Most Expensive Food Markets
Ghana faces some of West Africa’s highest food prices over 100% above average, as weather shocks, inflation, and regional instability…
BoG Sifts Through Data to Answer Three Critical Questions Ahead of Policy Decision
BoG’s MPC reviews economic data, focusing on disinflation, FX reforms, and financial stability, as Ghana’s economy strengthens with 8% inflation…
Import Cover to Hit Five Months by Year-End, BoG Governor Says
Bank of Ghana projects foreign exchange reserves will reach five months of import cover by year-end, signaling stronger external buffers…
BoG Signals Steady Growth and Cautious Rate Path as MPC Convenes
BoG signals confidence in Ghana’s economic recovery as MPC meets, highlighting steady growth, easing inflation, stable cedi, strong reserves, and…
Gold Holds Above $4,060 as Traders Await Key US Economic Data
Gold prices dipped slightly as investors awaited key US economic data, maintaining strong gains over the year and continuing to…
Oil Slips to One-Month Low on Hopes of War-End Deal
Brent crude fell to a one-month low as progress in Russia–Ukraine peace talks raised expectations of sanctions relief and increased…
Ghana’s Stock Market Ends Week on a High as Investors Drive Surge in Turnover
Ghana’s stock market surged between November 17–21, with rising indices, strong turnover and heavy bank, telecom and energy trades, ending…
ACEP Clarifies Stance on Government’s Plan to Acquire Springfield Oil Block
ACEP says government cannot assume Springfield’s risks, insisting the Petroleum Commission must complete an independent evaluation. Bypassing the regulator undermines…
Comprehensive Digital Literacy Essential for Safe eCedi Use, Officials Emphasize
Bank of Ghana stresses digital literacy is crucial for eCedi adoption, especially in rural areas, with nationwide programs planned to…
Tullow Seeks Recovery of Over $100 Million from Ghana Gov’t, Impacting 2025 Cash Flow
Tullow seeks over $100 million from Ghana, crucial for 2025 cash flow, while maintaining steady oil production at Jubilee and…
Tullow and Ghana in Talks to Finalise Jubilee, TEN Oil Licence Extensions to 2040
Tullow Oil and the Government of Ghana are negotiating to finalise extensions for the Jubilee and TEN oil licences to…
G20 Forum Highlights Transport and Finance Gaps as Africa Seeks Clean Cooking Expansion
Africa’s clean-cooking push faces transport, financing, and regulatory hurdles. Ghana shows progress, but rural supply gaps highlight urgent need for…